For 40 years, someone from Bristol Bay has sat on the state Board of Fisheries. Next fall, that might not be the case.
Politics
Alaska LNG faces ‘significant economic headwinds’
Meanwhile, tension between the Walker administration and the state’s three oil company partners once again spilled into the open.
Clerk called out after recommending hire of former Haines lawmaker as lobbyist
“This is just a silly — no, not silly — a vicious witch hunt and it’s very unprincipled,” said Haines Borough Assemblymember Mike Case in response to the complaint.
Legislative committee raises concern over new DEC rules
The Department of Environmental Conservation is proposing lowering the allowable amount of certain chemicals that can remain after a spill.
Sen. Gardner: Lawmakers need new committee to vet budget bills
“Things have been a little awkward and inefficient. … But things, you know, we’re all learning how to deal with each other and work with each other,” Senate Minority Berta Gardner said.
Gov. Walker on budget: ‘It’s time to fix the hole in the boat’
Walker said he was warned some of his proposals would hasten the end of his political life, but that he puts the state’s interests above his own.